Try my “Banana Nut Blast Muffins” recipe!
These muffins are a true explosion of flavors, combining the moistness of ripe bananas with the nutty crunch of pecans.
And the best part – these muffins aren’t just ridiculously delicious; they’re also packed with nutritional goodness.
Bananas are a true nutritional powerhouse, boasting an abundance of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. These golden beauties provide a natural energy boost with natural sugars, while the potassium they contain supports heart health and helps regulate blood pressure.
Now, let’s talk about pecans. They aren’t just addictive in taste and bring many health benefits. For example, the antioxidants and minerals found in pecans contribute to mental sharpness and can help reduce inflammation.
So why not embark on a muffin-making adventure in your kitchen? Whip up a batch of these Banana Nut Blast Muffins and let your taste buds go wild! Whether you savor them as a special breakfast treat or a satisfying dessert, these muffins will make your taste buds sing and leave you feeling joyful and nutty.
Equipment
- muffin pan
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup self-rising flour
- 1/4 tsp turmeric spice
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 2 bananas, ripe, mashed
- 1/4 cup refined coconut oil, melted
- 2 Tbsp non-dairy milk*
- 2 tsp orange extract
- 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Line a standard muffin pan with eight lines. Brash them lightly with oil. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix self-rising flour, turmeric spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine wet ingredients: mashed bananas, coconut oil, non-dairy milk, and orange extract.
- Add wet mixture to the large bowl with dry ingredients and stir to mix with a large spoon until combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in half of the pecans.
- Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, add batter to the muffin liners in the pan. Top with remaining pecans.
- Bake for 20 minutes until they are slightly golden on a top, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool for 15 minutes before drizzling with melted chocolate.
- Heat a small pot over low heat. Add chocolate chips, and stir until very smooth and melted. Using a teaspoon, drizzle melted chocolate chips over the muffins.
- Remove Banana Nut Muffins from the pan. Enjoy!
- Store the muffins uncovered in a cool dry place up to 2 days.
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